Taco Bell

301 E Mcdowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Public records show seven inspections at Taco Bell stretching back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 4, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around one violation each.

When inspectors have written things up, “cooling, heating, and holding capacities-equipment” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Phoenix restaurant scores 97. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

7
Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 4, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 16, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
May 2, 2025
Reinspection
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
4-301.11
90
Apr 18, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Apr 15, 2025
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
4-301.11
90
Apr 14, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
6-301.11
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
4-301.11
82
Oct 3, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Bell?

Across the inspection record, “cooling, heating, and holding capacities-equipment” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell.

How does Taco Bell compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Taco Bell most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Taco Bell's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taco Bell have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taco Bell means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.